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Behind the Hiring Curtain:
The Power of Professional Connections

November 16, 2026
5:00 PM-6:00 PM

Event Details

What do recruiters and hiring professionals wish you knew about getting noticed, standing out, and leveraging your JMU network?

In recognition of National Career Development Month, join the JMU Alumni Association for a candid conversation with fellow Dukes who work on the other side of the hiring process.

Whether you're searching for your first job, considering a career change, or looking to take the next step professionally, this virtual panel will offer insider perspectives on what happens behind the hiring curtain.

You'll also have an opportunity to ask questions and hear advice directly from professionals who recruit, evaluate, and hire talent.

Meet Our Panel

Moderator
Kerri Mesiah, J.D. ('91),  Director of Organizational Design and Strategy at Latham & Watkins

Panelists
Christina Gibson ('94), Chief People Officer at Hampton Roads Sanitation District (HRSD)

Chris Lonas ('08), Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant at Augusta Health

Prissie Nguyen ('94), HR/Talent Acquisition Manager at CapTech Consulting

The webinar link will be emailed to registered attendees prior to the event.

Questions?

Contact the Office of Alumni Relations at alumni@jmu.edu or 540-568-6234.